A day of thanks

In the spirit of the season of giving, let’s remember those most in need as we prepare our Thanksgiving meals. Consider reaching out to a community food bank or other organization to help feed the hungry, especially during cold fall and winter months. As Americans and Kentucky residents, we have so much to be thankful for, and volunteering time and resources can make an incredible difference in our less fortunate neighbors’ lives.

Remember our service members, many of whom will be apart from their families this Thanksgiving, as they are away serving our country. The unique freedoms we enjoy in the United States are because of their sacrifices.

This time of year also presents an excellent opportunity to support local businesses. Please consider your locally-owned stores as you check gifts off your list; small businesses remain the heartbeat of our economy.

This Thanksgiving, I am incredibly proud of the Republican-led legislature and the many successes we have had over the last several years. We in the Senate majority are pleased to welcome new members to our caucus.

They are:

Sen.-Elect Lindsay Tichenor, Senate District 6

Sen.-Elect Gary Boswell, Senate District 8

Sen.-Elect Matthew Deneen, Senate District 10

Sen.-Elect Amanda Mays Bledsoe, Senate District 12

Sen.-Elect Gex “Jay” Williams, Senate District 20

Sen.-Elect Shelley Funke Frommeyer, Senate District 24

Whether it is with food, football, family, or a combination of all of these, have a blessed Thanksgiving.

Sen. Jason Howell, R- Murray, represents the 1st District including Calloway, Crittenden, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Lyon and Trigg counties.